The Joy of Mission Work in Takoradi Ghana
When most people think about Missions Work in Takoradi Ghana, they imagine vibrant markets, spicy jollof rice, and balmy breezes off the Atlantic coast. But we’d like to add another picture to your mental postcard: a church being planted, a soul being saved, and a young missionary with a heart for Africa writing in his daily blog.
At consfords.com, we are passionate about mission work in Takoradi Ghana, and we’re especially proud to support the faithful ministry of Pastor James Ruckman and the Hope of Africa Baptist Ministry. This isn’t just a feel-good story—this is boots-on-the-ground, gospel-preaching, church-planting action.
➡️ Learn more about the Ruckmans and Hope of Africa here
Meet the Missionary: James Ruckman and His Work in Ghana
James Ruckman isn’t just any missionary. He’s a bold church planter with a deep love for the people of Ghana and a clear calling from the Lord. He and his family have made Takoradi their home, and their mission field is not only vast but ripe unto harvest (John 4:35).
Through Hope of Africa Baptist Ministry, the Ruckmans have:
- Planted multiple local Baptist churches
- Trained national pastors
- Hosted soul-winning campaigns
- Developed long-term discipleship programs
- Equipped Ghanaians to reach Ghanaians
Their model is sustainable, biblical, and laser-focused on glorifying God. And it’s why we support their work and want you to know about it.
The Consfords’ Connection: From Texas to Takoradi
You may know us from small-town East Texas life—coffee, dump trailers, rabbits, and all—but our heartbeat extends far beyond our zip code. When our son Gilbert Consford graduated high school, he didn’t head off to a big university. He headed to Ghana. That’s right—Gilbert spent an entire year interning with Pastor Ruckman and his family.
He preached. He taught. He sweated. He probably ate more fufu than most people consume in a lifetime. But more importantly, he wrote a daily blog that you can still read right now.
➡️ Read Gilbert’s blog from his year in Ghana
And trust us—it’s worth it. You’ll laugh, you’ll cry, and you might even feel called to missions yourself.
Church Planting: The Gospel’s Long Game
Why church planting, though? Why not just pass out tracts and go?
Because churches last. Churches raise up new believers, baptize converts, teach the Word, and send out even more missionaries. Church planting is the long game of missions. And the Ruckmans play it well.
Every brick laid, every pew filled, every song sung in Twi or English—it all points to the power of God to change lives through local churches.
And that’s why the Consford family partners with them.
You’re Invited: Be Part of the Mission—Right from Home
Here’s the best part: you don’t have to get on a plane to be involved.
You can:
- Pray for the Ruckmans and the church families in Ghana.
- Support Hope of Africa financially through their secure site.
- Read Gilbert’s blog and share it with your Sunday School class.
- Invite someone to church. (Yes, even here in East Texas!)
We’re proud members of Central Baptist Church in Center, TX—a church with a heart for missions. Our church supports ministries like this all over the world, and we’d love for you to join us this Sunday. There’s a pew waiting for you, and probably a potluck not far behind.
➡️ Visit Central Baptist Church and find your place in global missions
Final Thoughts: Big Mission, Small Town Heart
Mission work in Takoradi Ghana might sound far away. But it’s closer than you think.
It’s in the heart of a missionary like James Ruckman.
It’s in the faithful steps of a young intern like Gilbert.
It’s in the prayers of folks right here in East Texas.
And—it could be in you.
So whether you’re called to go, give, or just grab a coffee and read a blog—thank you for caring about the Great Commission. The harvest is plenteous. The laborers are few. But together, we can make a difference, one church at a time.
📍 Call to Action:
➡️ Visit Hope of Africa Baptist Ministry to support church planting and Missions Work in Takoradi Ghana.
➡️ Come to church with us at Central Baptist Church—we’re a church with a heart for missions.
➡️ Explore Gilbert’s blog from his year on the field at consfords.com/blog—and maybe grab a tissue or two.
Let’s plant hope together—here, there, and around the world.